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Research Associate (Fixed Term)

Postdoctoral

24 February 2026

Location

Cambridge

University of Cambridge

Type

Fixed Term (6 months initially)

Start Date

May 2026

Salary

£37,694-£46,049

Required Qualifications

PhD in Computer Science
Distributed systems
Event-driven architectures
Large-scale graph analytics
Cloud-scale data platforms

Research Areas

Distributed data systems
Data analysis pipelines
Computational neuroscience
Visual processing
Spatial navigation
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Research Associate (Fixed Term)

Research Associate (Fixed Term)

Applications are invited for a postdoctoral research associate in the lab of Dr. Riccardo Beltramo, and based at the Department of Physiology, Development and Neuroscience at the University of Cambridge. The successful candidate will contribute to designing and organising distributed data systems and data analysis pipelines, and will work on a research project funded by the Wellcome Trust and the Royal Society.

The postdoctoral researcher will join a supportive and multi-disciplinary research environment, collaborate with computational neuroscientists, and closely interact with experts in the fields of visual processing and spatial navigation.

Applicants should have completed a PhD in Computer Science and have extensive experience in distributed systems and event-driven architectures. We are looking for someone with strong data analysis skills (especially in large-scale graph analytics) and experience in building cloud-scale data platforms.

The research position is available from May 2026 onwards for 6 months in the first instance. For more information about the lab, see: https://www.beltramolab.org/

Click the 'Apply' button below to register an account with our recruitment system (if you have not already) and apply online.

To apply for this post, please submit a single PDF file including your CV and a motivation letter detailing why you want to join our project, and how this post will move your career forward. We also need the contact details for two people who can provide a professional reference.

The closing date for applications is 24th February 2026.

Enquiries about the position can be made to Riccardo Beltramo (beltramolab@gmail.com).

Enquiries regarding the application procedure can be made to the HR team (pdnhr@pdn.cam.ac.uk).

Please quote reference PM48794 on your application and in any correspondence about this vacancy.

The University actively supports equality, diversity and inclusion and encourages applications from all sections of society.

The University has a responsibility to ensure that all employees are eligible to live and work in the UK.

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Key information

Department/location

Department of Physiology, Development and Neuroscience

Salary

£37,694-£46,049

Reference

PM48794

Category

Research

Date published

9 February 2026

Closing date

24 February 2026

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Frequently Asked Questions

🎓What qualifications are required for this Research Associate position?

Applicants must have completed a PhD in Computer Science with extensive experience in distributed systems and event-driven architectures. Strong data analysis skills, particularly in large-scale graph analytics, and proven expertise in building cloud-scale data platforms are essential. Explore academic CV tips or postdoc opportunities for preparation.

📅What is the application deadline and how to apply?

The closing date is 24 February 2026. Submit a single PDF with your CV, motivation letter explaining your interest and career fit, and contact details for two professional references via the online system. Quote reference PM48794. See postdoc application advice.

💰What is the salary, duration, and start date?

Salary is £37,694-£46,049. The position is fixed term for 6 months initially, available from May 2026. Check UK academic salaries for context.

🔬What does the role involve in Dr. Beltramo's lab?

Contribute to designing distributed data systems and data analysis pipelines on a Wellcome Trust and Royal Society-funded project. Collaborate with computational neuroscientists on visual processing and spatial navigation. Visit the Beltramo Lab website for details; related roles at research jobs.

📧Is visa sponsorship available, and who to contact for enquiries?

The University requires employees to be eligible to work in the UK; no sponsorship mentioned. For position enquiries: Riccardo Beltramo (beltramolab@gmail.com). Application procedure: HR (pdnhr@pdn.cam.ac.uk). Learn more via faculty jobs or postdoc success guide.

🤝What is the research environment like?

Join a supportive multi-disciplinary team in the Department of Physiology, Development and Neuroscience, interacting with experts in computational neuroscience. Funded by prestigious Wellcome Trust and Royal Society. Similar positions in postdoc jobs.
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